ParaProfessional-PRE-K

About the role

To assist certified personnel in achieving instructional goals through participation in curricular activities and supervision of students.

Qualifications

• Paraprofessional I (Grade 18) – Education and relevant experience requirements:
  • Required:
    • High School diploma or equivalent.
    • Minimum of 60 semester hours from an accredited educational institution with at least 30 semester hours in general education core curriculum and/or child development and education, or successful completion of the ParaPro test with a score of 457 or higher.
    • Experience working with children.
    • For Head Start Preschool assistant teacher positions, must meet at least one of the following:
      • Hold a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential (preschool level).
      • Possess a State‑awarded certificate that meets or exceeds CDA requirements.
      • Be enrolled in a program leading to an associate or bachelor’s degree.
      • Be enrolled in a CDA credential program, with expectation of